🛌 Best Co-living Options in Portugal
Starting your life in Portugal can be overwhelming and may raise obstacles you didn't expect. Whether you're a seasoned digital nomad or a first-timer, finding the right living situation can make or break your experience.
While traditional options like apartments and hotels are always available, co-living communities offer a unique alternative that caters to the specific needs of digital nomads.
To help with your search, we've put together a list of our top recommended co-living communities in each of our 5 recommended digital nomad hubs; Lisbon, Porto, Algarve, Ericeira and Madeira.
Make sure you're covered before you depart...
Lau
Key Considerations When Booking a Co-living
Before we start, we would like to share some criteria to keep in mind when booking co-living accommodations in Portugal before presenting our recommendations. These are factors that have helped us make better decisions and avoid any regret later on.
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📍 Location – When selecting a co-living, it's crucial to consider its location. Ensure that it's easy for you to travel to the areas where you need to work.
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💰 Cost - It is important to prioritize both comfort and affordability when selecting a place to spend a lot of time, rather than just going for the cheapest option.
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⛑️ Safety – Research the area and ensure that the neighborhood is safe, particularly if you intend to walk around at night.
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👍🏽 Reviews – To get an idea of what to expect during your stay, it's a good idea to read reviews from past guests, especially recent ones.
Top Co-Living Options in Portugal
We will provide recommendations for co-living options in different locations in Portugal, starting with Lisbon, then Porto, the Algarve, Ericeira, and Madeira.
#1 SameSame
Samesame is a creative co-living space founded by a locally-based team in Lisbon. The project aims to create a sustainable and artistic neighbourhood in the city.
This includes a coliving home called SameSame, two coworking spaces named Beco and Esquina, and a sustainable restaurant and cultural event venue called Insitu. All of these facilities are located in the heart of Lisbon.
💛 Shared Bedrooms
At Samesame, there are four shared rooms available. Two of these rooms can accommodate two people each, while the other two can accommodate three people each. All of these rooms provide access to two shared bathrooms equipped with a shower.
Price ranges from: €29 - €45 ($32 - $50) per night.
🔥 Private Rooms
This accommodation is perfect for one or two people, as each room comes with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a king-size bed.
Price ranges from: €48 - €77 ($53 - $85) per night.
👨🏽💻 Studios
The studios have been completely renovated. Some are located at the building's front, offering a street view and ample natural light, while others have access to a private terrace or a small balcony. They all include an equipped kitchen, a private bathroom with a shower, an open-plan living area, and a king-size bed.
Price ranges from: €80 - €104 ($89 - $115) per night.
🏢 Private Apartments
Located on the 4th and 5th floor, there are apartments fully equipped with a kitchen, king-size bed, and bathroom with shower. Perfect if you want to have your own space or if you're sharing it with friends.
Price ranges from: €75 - €145 ($83 - $161) per night.
#2 Co.Lisbon
Another coliving in Lisbon is Co.Lisbon. The Co.Lisbon is a recently renovated building with four floors and 28 rooms. It's designed with comfort in mind, and the ground floor includes social spaces such as inviting living and working areas and a sunny garden.
The focus is on creating a community and encouraging interaction with others while still enjoying privacy and great amenities. Co.Lisbon strives to make it simple to meet new people and explore the best the city has to offer.
🖥️ XS ZOO Room
This space is compact but well-designed, and it comes fully furnished with a single bed, private bathroom, fridge, and spacious desk positioned by the window.
The price is from €690 ($765) per month.
🪴 S Garden Room
A single room that has a private balcony with a view of the garden, and includes a single bed, an ensuite bathroom, fridge and a desk.
The price is from €750 ($832) per month.
🍃 S Zoo Room
This room comes with a double bed, a private bathroom, a desk and a large window with a beautiful view over the green park.
The price is from €790 ($876) per month.
🪟 M Zoo Studio
A spacious room that comes with a double bed, a kitchenette and additional comfort. You can also enjoy park views.
The price is from €920 ($1020) per month.
☀️ L Garden Studio
A spacious studio with twin beds, ensuite bathroom and kitchenette, which includes a large and sunny balcony perfect for relaxing after your working day.
The price is from €1090 ($1209) per month.
🍾 XL Penthouse
Experience a spacious apartment-style studio with lots of sunlight and comfortable amenities. You can also enjoy a private terrace with a stunning garden view, making your stay in Lisbon absolutely ideal!
The price is from €1250 ($1386) per month.
#3 LIV CoLife
LIV CoLife is based in Porto and provides a great option for young professionals who want to invest in their careers and personal ventures. They offer contemporary and practical studio rentals that accommodate the needs of young professionals.
Each studio is fully furnished and equipped with modern facilities, and shared common areas are available.
Additionally, you can be part of an international community of like-minded individuals and cultivate new friendships while exchanging ideas.
🛏️ Single Room
This room is designed for a single person and comes with a closet with drawers, a desk and a private bathroom that has a shower. Additionally, it also has a balcony.
The price is from €593 ($658) per month.
🖼️ Studio
The studio is larger than a single room but has the same amenities and is still only intended for one person.
The price is from €701 ($777) per month.
🪞 Apartment
The apartment can accommodate up to 2 people and has a queen-sized bed, a plasma TV, a closet with drawers, a desk, a private bathroom with a shower, and a balcony.
The price is from €872 ($967) per person per month.
#3 Communa Garage
Communa Garage, situated in Bonfim, the vibrant artistic neighborhood of Porto, offers a unique coliving experience. They have eight rooms and shared spaces which provides a productive environment for work and the opportunity to connect with like-minded digital nomads and expats.
👛 Single room
This room comes with a private toilet but no shower. There is a shared bathroom which you could use.
The price varies depending on the season and the room type.
It starts from €800 ($856) a month.
👯♂️ Double bedroom and bathroom
There are 8 rooms and 4 shared bathrooms.
The price varies depending on the season and the room type.
It starts from €800 ($856) a month until €1100 ($1177) per month.
#4 Pomar Coliving
Pomar Coliving is based in the Algarve and is just a 15-minute drive away from Faro. Situated in the centre of a 15-acre apricot family farm, it provides a peaceful, cosy, and convenient coliving-coworking space with various options for relaxation.
They aim to provide an ideal environment for you to work and rejuvenate yourself. The coworking space loves to do sports, outdoor activities, and cooking.
🚿 Double bedroom (shared bathroom)
Pomar Coliving has 5 rooms that can hold up to 9 residents in total. The rooms include 4 double bedrooms: a king-size bed and a desk with a minimum stay of 14 nights.
Price ranges from: €39,50 - €45 ($44 - $50) per night.
🛁 Double bedroom (private bathroom)
A cosy single room equipped with a king-size bed and a desk.
Price ranges from: €45 - €50 ($50 - $55) per night.
#5 Coworksurf
In Sagres, the Algarve, there is a cosy coliving guesthouse called Coworksurf in the heart of the town. It is a homely villa with a friendly local community. The beaches of Tonel and Mareta are just 10 minutes away on foot, as well as all the cafes and bars in the centre of town.
The villa has four private rooms and a fully equipped kitchen for cooking meals after surfing. Additionally, there is a workspace for meeting deadlines and a patio for resting or hosting a BBQ. It provides everything needed for a great Coworksurf stay. The minimum stay for Coworksurf is 2 nights.
👯♀️ Laranja - Twin Bed Room
A private room with a shared bathroom and a twin bed.
Price starts from €100 ($111) per night.
🌀 Azul - Private Room with Private Bathroom
A private room includes a private bathroom, a double bed or two single beds, and a private desk within the room.
Price starts from €120 ($133) per night.
🦚 Verde - Double Bed
A private room with a shared bathroom and a double bed.
Price starts from €100 ($111) per night.
🌼 Amarelo - Downstairs
A private room with an ensuite bathroom.
Price starts from €110 ($122) per night.
#6 Sunago
Sunago is a coliving and coworking house in Ericeira, a popular seaside resort and renowned surfing destination in Portugal, located near the capital city of Lisbon. Its name comes from the Greek term "gathering people."
At Sunago House, individuals from diverse backgrounds come together based on shared beliefs to combine coliving and coworking spaces in a single location.
You can balance your lifestyle, exchange experiences, and create meaningful relationships by meeting people from around the world at Santiago House while exploring the Portuguese coast.
🤑 Dormitory Bed
Shared bunk beds with shared bathroom, the best option if you're a digital nomad on a budget.
Price starts from €210 ($233) per person, per week.
🛀🏽 Single Room
A private room all to yourself, with a double bed and a private ensuite bathroom.
Price starts from €390 ($432) per week.
🫶🏽 Double Room
This private room has a double bed and a bathroom attached, suitable for a couple or close friends.
Price starts from €500 ($554) per week.
🦩 Twins Room
A private room with two single beds and an ensuite bathroom, making it an ideal accommodation for two friends.
Price starts from €500 ($554) per week.
#7 Homeoffice Madeira
Looking for a place where you can be productive, relax, and explore all in one location? Home Office Madeira offers just that.
This spacious and well-equipped villa is perfect for anyone looking for a temporary home in Madeira. With fibre optic internet, indoor and outdoor workspaces (both shared and separate), seven bedrooms, each with its own desk, and many other amenities, you'll feel right at home while being productive.
It's a wonderful place to socialize and participate in diverse activities that allow you to appreciate the island's scenic beauty alongside other people. Additionally, you'll be free to choose how you spend your time as their motto is "everything can, nothing must happen."
🌎 Backpacker
If you're looking for the most affordable option, you can opt for a single bed in a bunk bed dormitory room.
Price starts from €250 ($277) per person, per week.
🩵 Shared Room
A twin room that needs to be shared.
Price starts from €348 ($386) per person, per week.
💥 Single Room
A twin room for single use, based on the ground floor.
Price starts from €448 ($497) per week.
🛋️ Double Bed
A single room with a double bed, only for single use.
Price starts from €450 ($499) per week.
💎 Luxury Room
A single room with a double bed, only for single use.
Price starts from €490 ($543) per week.
#8 Nomadico
There is a coliving home located in Madeira called Nomadico, which offers 11 rooms and a stunning ocean view.
The place includes various spots to work from, including private workspaces inside the rooms and quiet areas in the house. The coliving home also provides 5G fibre optic internet.
The establishment was founded by Cecilia and her family, who offer local insights, a family atmosphere, and weekly dinners for their guests.
🌊 Community Room
This spacious community room offers ocean views and can accommodate up to 2 people. It includes a private en-suite bathroom.
Price starts from €150 ($166)
🌞 Private
The standard private rooms come with lots of natural light and with a private bathroom, but not all of them have en-suite bathrooms.
Price starts from €260 ($288)
🐚 Private Plus
Private plus rooms offer extra space and come with a private bathroom and ocean views.
Price starts from €290 ($322)
🌅 Suite
The most spacious and stunning room in the house with ocean views and access to a balcony where you can watch the sunset.
Price starts from €350 ($388)
Are you ready to start packing?
Lau
💥 Final thoughts
Co-living options are an exciting alternative for digital nomads looking to live and work remotely in a new location. Not only do co-living spaces offer a comfortable place to call home, but they also provide a community of like-minded individuals to collaborate with and socialize alongside.
If co-living isn't something you fancy, don't worry; other long-term stay options are available to you. Check out our article on the best long-term stays in the same digital nomad hubs and find the perfect fit for your lifestyle.
Whether you choose co-living or another setup, we wish you luck on your search and don't hesitate to reach out to us on Instagram if you have any questions - @remotevagabond